New Jabra speakerphone broadcasts cell calls over FM radio

Posted in Mobile Accessories by Nino Marchetti on August 25th, 2008

Jabra SP700

GN Netcom, through its Jabra headset brand, announced today a new speakerphone for in-car use. It is called the Jabra SP700 and it prices around $100.

The Jabra SP700 transmits cell phone calls to a car’s FM radio for hands-free communications. One clips the speakerphone to a visor, connects it to the phone via Bluetooth and tunes FM radio to the frequency set on the speakerphone. On cars with RDS enabled stereos the caller’s phone number will be displayed and this device also hosts an audio feature that lets users know when the speakerphone status changes, announcing …

Cygnett offering up interesting new Bluetooth speaker

Posted in Mobile Accessories by Nino Marchetti on August 18th, 2008

Cygnett GrooveTooth Talk

Cygnett recently unveiled a new Bluetooth hands-free speaker which has some interesting design appeal to it. It is called the Cygnett GrooveTooth Talk and you can pick one up for around $80.

The Cygnett GrooveTooth Talk works with Bluetooth-enabled cell phones, inclduing the iPhone 3G. It makes use of Bluetooth 2.0 and offers an auto detection range of around 30 feet. The built-in speaker is 1.5 watts and you can get about seven hours of talk time out of this device.

Tritton debuts small form factor Bluetooth headset

Posted in Headsets by Nino Marchetti on April 8th, 2008

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Tritton Technologies is unveiling to Bluetooth phone owners everywhere a somewhat discretely designed wireless headset for hands-free activities. It is called the AX Micro Bluetooth Headset and you’ll find it priced at around $60.

The Tritton AX Micro has what is described as a “comfort fit attachment” and also makes use of flexible finger grips which rest on the inner ear rim for stability. As a Bluetooth headset it will get you around five hours of talk time and 150 hours of standby time on one battery charge.

RoadRunner Bluetooth headset with larynx mic

Posted in Headsets by Darrin Olson on March 3rd, 2008

Roadrunner Bluetooth Communicator attaches to the neck and picks up vibrations from the larynxIf you feel that talking to seemingly no-one in public with a Bluetooth headset in your ear isn’t bringing quite enough unnecessary attention to yourself you can try your hand, or your neck, at this RoadRunner Bluetooth Communicator.

The RoadRunner connects to your mobile phone much like a regular Bluetooth headset with the difference being that you wear this one around your neck instead of on your ear. The device picks up vibrations from your larynx when you talk and converts them into a voice. There’s also a small corded ear piece that connects up to your ear.

Wilson hands-free cell cradle boosts mobile signal

Posted in Mobile Accessories, Wilson Electronics by Nino Marchetti on November 12th, 2007

Wilson Cradle PlusLimited cell phone coverage in remote areas and driving while cradling your mobile to your head can be two dangerous issues for car drivers. Wilson Electronics hopes to eliminate both issues by introducing the Cradle Plus, a cell phone car cradle with a built-in antenna.

The Wilson Cradle Plus, when used in conjunction with an amplifier and external antenna, lets one do hands-free conversations which get a boost in cellular signal range. Wilson says its gear offers 10 times the power of a typical phone and can work with boosting either a single mobile or multiple mobiles in a car, depending upon the kit purchased. The cradle itself is adjustable to fit a variety of phones and can be mounted via several options.

Motorola Bluetooth Car Kit

Posted in Automotive, Bluetooth, Motorola by Chetz on December 3rd, 2006

Motorola IHF1000 Bluetooth Car KitMore vehicles are being produced with Bluetooth integration built into the car, so you can speak and listen through your vehicle audio system when you have your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone with you. For the many other cars that currently do not have this integration built in, Motorola has a pretty nice solution.

The Motorola IHF1000 Bluetooth Car Kit is a package of components, most of which are hidden away, that allow you to have wireless and hands-free mobile phone use and conversations in your car. There is a small device pictured …





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